March weather forecast
Bass Harbor, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bass Harbor, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

As Bass Harbor transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bass Harbor, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bass Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bass Harbor, in March, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bass Harbor, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In Bass Harbor, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bass Harbor are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Bass Harbor experiences an average high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bass Harbor is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Bass Harbor, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bass Harbor, during March, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Bass Harbor, Maine, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Bass Harbor have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average temperature in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average pressure in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average humidity in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average UV index in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average visibility in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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